Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Maybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee versus IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige .
Last updated on October 27, 2023. Published on December 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both foundations. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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Ingredient Info
Maybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 27 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
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Paraben Free
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Non Vegan
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Alcohol Free
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Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Malassezia Safe
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Non Vegan
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Maybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 27 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Homosalate • Propanediol • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Alcohol Denat. • Octocrylene • Niacinamide • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Tocopherol • Caffeine • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate • Magnesium Sulfate • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Aluminum Hydroxide • Parfum • Limonene • Benzyl Salicylate • Citral • CI 77491 • CI 77492 • CI 77499
Water • Glycerin • Homosalate • Octocrylene • Caprylyl Methicone • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Dimethicone • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Niacinamide • Propanediol • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Butylene Glycol • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Parfum • Chlorphenesin • Caprylyl Glycol • Snail Secretion Filtrate • Silica Silylate • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Limonene • Simethicone • Maltodextrin • Aluminum Hydroxide • Adenosine • Ethyl Hexanediol • Dipropylene Glycol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Citral • Linalool • Sodium Citrate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Tocopherol
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 1.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Maybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 2.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 7.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 3.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 3.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 4.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 11.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 5.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 6.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 7.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 4.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 8.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 10.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 10.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 13.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 12.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 38.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 14.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 18.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Maybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 17.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate.
Maybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 18.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 19.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 20.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 29.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 21.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 20.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 22.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 26.
Citral is a fragrance and used to add a lemon-like scent to products. It is both naturally found in plants and created synthetically. In plants, it is commonly occurring in lemon myrtle, lemongrass, lemon tea-tree, lemon verbena, and other citruses.
The EU mandates Citral be listed separately as a fragrance. It is a known allergen and may cause contact dermatitis. Citral can also used as a masking ingredient.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
The term 'citral' is a collective term for two geometric isomers: geranial/Citral A and neral/Citral B.
Learn more about CitralMaybelline Dream Urban Cover Foundation SPF50 330 Toffee contains this as ingredient number 24.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Fair Beige contains this as ingredient number 34.
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